The East Brother Light Station is a relaxing and beautiful place to unwind. In the spring the wildlife ushers in the newborn babies and they are everywhere on the island. In the Fall, it is one of the best places in the world to view meteor showers.
The East Brother Light Station Victorian Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Inn in Richmond, California is more than a bed and breakfast, they provide gourmet meals with menu changes in the Spring, Summer, Winter and Fall.
This charming island lighthouse historical landmark hosts:
Day Trips
Romantic Getaways
Lighthouse History Buffs Day Trips
Unique Wedding Venue
Family Reunions or Anniversary Parties
Business or Social Meetings / Retreats
The East Brother Light Station was built in 1873 as an aid to mariners in the San Pablo/San Francisco Bays. After many years as an automated station, and under threat of destruction and replacement with a light on a pole in the middle of the island, the facility was taken over by a non-profit 501 c3 California Corporation under license from the US Coast Guard.
Visit their web site for more information on reservations, volunteer opportunities, to signup for their free newsletter, and more details on the day trips.
The Stone Bridge is the bridge that crosses Bull Run river in the Manassas National Battlefield Park in Manassas, Virginia.
The historic stone Bridge over Bull Run served the needs of the Confederate Army through 1861 was the site of two Civil War battles —It now serves as part of a popular nature trail.
Great place to take a walk on the popular Stone Bridge Loop Trail. They also offer a trek where kids can walk on the TRACK Trail with a map provided to guide them through the nature, animals and history of Manassas Battlefield.
Lots to do and see:
History & Culture
Nature & Science
For Teachers
For Kids
See more at the Manassas National Battlefield Park Web Site
Cane River National Heritage Area in northwestern Louisiana.
Cane River Creole National Historical Park features the popular Oakland Plantation and outbuildings of the Magnolia Plantation.
Grounds of both sites are open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. daily, and self-guiding maps are available on-site. A guided tour of the Oakland Plantation main house is conducted by a ranger every day at 1:00 p.m. Depending on staff levels, more tours may be available. Please call us 318 356-8441 for more information.
Cane River Creole National Historical Park is located within the Cane River National Heritage Area. The entire family can spend the afternoon at Cane River Creole National Historical Park visiting 18 acres of historical sites, forts and museums.
Visit the Cane River Creole National Historical Park web site for information on park location, how to get there, operating hours, activities, facilities, park history and more.
Address of the Oakland Plantation
4386 Highway 494 Natchez, La 71456
Address of the Magnolia Plantation
5549 Highway 119 Derry, La 71416
Pictured is an overseers house at Oakland Plantation: An overseer was responsible for management of the plantation’s laborers, stock, land, and tools. The overseer's residence at Oakland was constructed in 1861 by enslaved labor for an overseer named Seneca Pace. Pace kept a daily journal of work and weather at Oakland.
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